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Visit www.ogt.orgAbout Orphan Grain Train Inc
Orphan Grain Train is a Christian volunteer network that ships donated food, clothing, medical and other needed items to people in 69 different countries including the USA. A ministry that ships relief for human need worldwide.
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Mission
Provide christian humanitarian relief
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar international in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2025 · IRS 990 (FY2025)GiveRadar Analysis
Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations
GiveRadar's verified records show Orphan Grain Train Inc with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 96% of the 12,755 international charities in the United States with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 91% of comparable charities. See the sources
- Its integrity score of 90 places it in the top 1% of the 25,023 international charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- third-party accreditation
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.
Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyOrphan Grain Train Inc is a registered international nonprofit based in Norfolk, NE, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1992 and has been operating for 34 years. Its EIN is 311614650. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 90/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $54M in annual revenue. 55 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Orphan Grain Train Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 311614650. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
Orphan Grain Train Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 90 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 98% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in United States is 90/100.
Orphan Grain Train Inc is located in Norfolk, NE, United States. The organization was established in 1992 and has been active for 34 years.
Based on official tax filings, Orphan Grain Train Inc has $54M in annual revenue. It allocates 98% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 82% for international charities in United States. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $5M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Orphan Grain Train Inc is classified as an International organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has $54M in annual revenue. The organization has 55 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Orphan Grain Train Inc. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, Orphan Grain Train Inc holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 98% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 82%). GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
Orphan Grain Train is a Christian volunteer network that ships donated food, clothing, medical and other needed items to people in 69 different countries including the USA. A ministry that ships relief for human need worldwide. Orphan Grain Train Inc is classified as an international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1992.
Among international charities registered in United States: It allocates 98% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 82%. Its annual revenue of $54M is well above the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to Orphan Grain Train Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Its EIN is 311614650, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
ORPHAN GRAIN TRAIN INC is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Staff & volunteers
From filings and published profiles
Leadership
From FY2025 filing
Officers & trustees (15)
Source: Public filings
15 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
From global news sources
10 articles found
From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.
Another mission for Grain Train - The Bristol Press
Orphan Grain Train volunteers send items to Mission in Liberia - New Britain Herald
Orphan Grain Train volunteers send items to Mission in Liberia - The Bristol Press
Orphan Grain Train collection trailer is coming to Columbus - Columbus Telegram
Orphan Grain Train Helping Woodbury Residents - KCAU 9 News
‘Orphan Grain Train’ cuts ribbon on upgraded Lincoln food-packing facility - KOLN | Nebraska Local News, Weather, Sports | Lincoln, NE
Lincoln’s ‘Orphan Grain Train’ cuts ribbon on upgraded food packing facility - AZ Family
Orphan Grain Train-Michigan sends 15th international shipment to Lithuania - Huron Daily Tribune
Volunteer Of The Month: Linda Zahn Brings Innovation To Orphan Grain Train - Severna Park Voice
Wichita branch of Orphan Grain Train receives Helping Hand for international outreach effort - KWCH
Activity timeline
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 55 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- Charity Navigator
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2025 on record
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Named leadership · 55 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1992
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Orphan Grain Train Inc
- What is Orphan Grain Train Inc?
- Orphan Grain Train Inc is a international publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Norfolk, United States. Orphan Grain Train is a Christian volunteer network that ships donated food, clothing, medical and other needed items to people in 69 different countries including the USA. A ministry that ships relief for human need worldwide.
- When was Orphan Grain Train Inc founded?
- Orphan Grain Train Inc was founded in 1992.
- Who leads Orphan Grain Train Inc?
- Pastor Ray Wilke serves as President.
- Where is Orphan Grain Train Inc located?
- Headquartered in Norfolk, NE, United States.
- What is Orphan Grain Train Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $10M-$100M. 98% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Orphan Grain Train Inc trustworthy?
- Orphan Grain Train Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Orphan Grain Train Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 311614650.
- What is Orphan Grain Train Inc's website?
- http://www.ogt.org